Blackstone Heritage Corridor
Mendon Town Forest Hike
Mendon Town Forest 263 Millville Street, MendonA 3.5 to 4-mile hike, a little more challenging. 1850s foundation, shingle mill, dance hall, lots of history. A local historian will tell folklore. Wooded trails, rock quarry, Caleb the Indian, and more. RSVP at https://bit.ly/2024hike for event updates.
Wallis Pond Loop Hike
Wallis Pond Hike Trailhead 122 Wallis Road, DouglasThis 3.5-mile hike in Douglas State Forest will explore the Wallis Pond Loop past cisterns, cellarholes, a waterfall, and nice views. Park at the trailhead area at 122 Wallis Road, Douglas, MA. RSVP at https://bit.ly/2024hike for event updates.
Historic Providence Tour
"...Providence, the one in Rhode Island, where the old world shadows hang heavy in the air...". Nearly four hundred years of history, art, architecture, and culture will be explored on this five-and-a-half-mile walk. It will lead you along the Providence Waterfront, up College Hill, along Waterplace Park, and will follow parts of the Independence Trail,…
Stowe Meadows Hike
Stowe Meadows Conservation Area 48 Carleton Road, MillburyThis 2.5-mile hike includes the impressive and almost forgotten Riche’s Mill Dam. Limited parking. Carpool if possible. Special thanks for this hike go to the Millbury Trails Committee. RSVP at https://bit.ly/2024hike.
Ponaganset Covered Bridge Hike
Ponaganset High School 91 Anan Wade Road, North Scituate, RIJoin us for a guided two-mile walk along the Ponaganset High School cross-country track. We will visit one of Rhode Island’s covered bridges as well as a babbling brook. The hike is fairly level with slight elevation. Meet at the north side of the school complex by the track entrance. Distance: two miles. GPS: 41.866545,…
Douglas State Forest Hike
Wallis Pond Hike Trailhead 122 Wallis Road, DouglasMountain Laurel hike to Bad Luck Pond. Three-plus miles, gentle trails. Great photo opportunities. Meet at the trailhead area at 122 Wallis Road, Douglas, MA. RSVP at https://bit.ly/2024hike for event updates.
Mowry Farm and Conservation Area Hike
Revive the Roots 374 Farnum Pike, Smithfield, Rhode Island 02917, Smithfield, RIThe Blackstone Heritage Corridor Trail Ambassadors welcome you to visit the Mowry Farm & Conservation Area. These two adjoining properties offer quite a bit for a short walk. We will go by the community gardens, around the fields, visit the farm animals, stop by the Woonasquatucket River, and see some ledges. The hike is short,…
Powder Mill Ledges Hike
Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RIJoin Blackstone Heritage Corridor Trail Ambassador Ernie for a guided hike at the Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge at the Rhode Island Audubon Society headquarters. Powder Mill Ledges is home to 100 acres of habitat graced with deep woodlands and interesting rock outcroppings. In addition to hiking and bird watching, it is an ideal winter…
Turner Reservoir Hike
Turner Reservoir 400 Pleasant Street, Rumford, RI, United StatesEnjoy a guided 2.5-mile hike out and back to a peninsula on the eastern shore of the Turner reservoir. Highlights include a beautiful boardwalk and a sweeping view from the top of the dam. The reservoir is a haven for birds as well. Hike is fairly easy. Meeting spot is at the easterly trail head…
Moshassuck River Preserve Hike
Moshassuck River Preserve 3 Sherman Ave, LincolnToday we visit one of Rhode Island’s newest and most beautiful preserves, the Moshassuck River Preserve. Enjoy a guided 3-mile hike featuring many stream crossings (some will be challenging), a memorial stone, historic cemetery, and the Moshassuck River. The hike is moderate. GPS: 41.914583, -71.442504 RSVP at: https://bit.ly/MoshassuckHike2022 This hike is led by Ernie Germani,…